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The Intimidation Factor: How Fear Influences Women’s Wage Negotiations

Allwork

A survey conducted by ResumeBuilder of full-time workers found that 49% of men negotiated their compensation in the last two years compared to 32% of women. Women can fight for themselves in the salary negotiation process by doing their research and being confident in their experience and abilities.

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3 Awkward Money Conversations in the Workplace and How to Navigate Them

Success

But we can’t always dismiss money conversations in the workplace—nor should we. 2: Lack of salary transparency You’re applying for a new role and the application asks you to list your salary requirements. Companies across the country are beginning to post salary ranges in order to stay competitive. Money issue No.

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A Talented Woman Crafting Careers for Women

Success

Ashley Villa: To be honest, I didn’t set out to be the CEO of my own business. And I remember thinking and saying, “Oh, no, my main goal is just to work at a law firm, make a really good salary.” At the time she didn’t have a lawyer and my sister asked me to help find her one. That was my next job.

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True Gender Equality Is Still 151 Years Away—Despite Recent Milestones

Success

And yet, gender equality in pay doesn’t exist A list like that, well, it should make our predecessors proud. Because whether you’re a first in your own field, or simply negotiating your salary for the first time, remember that even baby steps will take you in the right direction. As of 2022, the U.S.

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Why You Should Start Your Own Business Today

Success

Since joining the company eight years earlier, he had worked his way up to a solid position in middle management with a decent salary and great benefits. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a big city or small town. John was 53 when the bad news hit: His department was being moved offshore. Now, he was out of a job. Flexibility.

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Ep 112: Karen Isaacs – Director of Administrative Staffing at The Goodkind Group

Go Burrows

Some of the topics we chat about are interviewing, salary negotiation, and working with recruiters. Subscribe to The Leader Assistant Podcast so you don’t miss new episodes! She sets herself apart from competition by cultivating relationships to ensure the right fit. CONNECT WITH KAREN. Karen on LinkedIn.

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Tasty Tidbits: Professional Development News & Views January 6, 2017

Eat Your Career

If you missed them, take a peek here: 3 Reasons to Never Skip Salary Negotiation When Accepting a New Job. Did you know that you have the most leverage for negotiation before you get hired? 8 Reasons Your New Year’s Resolutions Didn’t Stick (and What To Do Differently Next Time). Don’t be a statistic!

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